1975 Plymouth Volare vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Plymouth Volare | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Volare | S40 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |